Learning Consultant

Learning Consultant Location:  This role requires associates to be in-office 1 - 2 days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office. * Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless accommodation is granted as required by law. The Federal Employee Program (FEP) provides health benefits to federal employees, retirees, and their families. Through its longstanding partnership with the federal government, FEP offers nationwide coverage and access to a broad network of providers, with a focus on delivering quality, affordable care. The Learning Consultant is responsible for partnering with business leaders, managing projects, and designing impactful learning solutions that support a fast-paced business environment. How you will make an impact: Conducts need analysis and evaluate effectiveness of learning solutions. Leads Learning & Development initiatives involving multiple associates. Manages small to medium sized projects, markets, or initiatives. Partners with clients on project charters, scope, goals, deliverables, required resources, budgets, and timing to ensure project success. Tracks and reports on project milestones. Manages project scope by ensuring any changes to scope are documented and approved. Determines if external consultants or contractors will be required to complete the project plan and may assist in recruiting and managing appropriate vendor resources. Applies human performance improvement principles and consults with business unit management and Learning & Development management to improve business performance. May conduct training or develop instructional or reference content as necessary to ensure timely and accurate implementation of performance solutions. Develops working relationships with internal and external team members.

Requires BA/BS degree in business, education, instructional design, or other learning discipline and a minimum of 5 years of experience, including minimum of 3 years of project management experience; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background. Preferred Skills, Capabilities & Experiences: 3+ years of experience in Learning & Development, Talent Development, Organizational Development, or Human Performance Improvement is strongly preferred. Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional learning initiatives and managing multiple concurrent projects. Proven ability to manage project scope, timelines, budgets, risks, and stakeholder expectations throughout the project lifecycle. Experience partnering with business leaders to define project objectives, success metrics, deliverables, and resource requirements. Strong consulting and relationship management skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across multiple levels of the organization. Experience developing and delivering instructor-led, virtual instructor-led, and self-paced learning solutions. Working knowledge of adult learning theory, instructional design methodologies (ADDIE, SAM, or similar), and learning evaluation models such as Kirkpatrick. Demonstrated ability to manage external vendors, consultants, and contract resources to achieve project objectives. Excellent written, verbal, facilitation, and presentation skills. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills with attention to detail. Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, matrixed environment. Experience supporting